Written by Maya Rapoport and Janet Shea
A few weeks ago, Principal Dr. Denise Herrmann found a 23-hour instructional deficit in educational minutes in this year’s schedule when calculating the hours for a potential schedule next year. “We figured it out when we were looking to make sure...
Written By: Maya Rapoport
During the Palo Alto Unified Board of Education meeting on Jan. 10, the Board unanimously approved a resolution affirming support of undocumented students and families and making Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) schools “sanctuary schools” for immigrants.
The...
Written By: Maya Rapoport
This summer, the Gunn Choir is traveling to Ireland to perform. In order to raise money for the scholarship fund, the Chamber Choir, an audition-only choir that practices after school, is performing at different venues. The choir department has an Indiegogo campaign, through...
Written By: Maya Rapoport
Sugar Bowl Ski Resort is a fun resort that offers entertainment for everyone, from veterans skiers to beginners. It has an average snowfall of 500 inches and a nice balance of groomed and ungroomed runs. Only a three and half hour drive from Palo Alto, it is conveniently...
The girls’ golf team had a strong season this year, finishing third place in league with a record of 6-3-1 and placing tenth at Central Coast Section (CCS). Coach Chris Redfield, who has been coaching the girls’ golf team since 2011, believes that this year, it was important for the team to make...
Written by Maya Rapoport
Lisa Mahpour, a member of the kitchen staff, has worked for Gunn for nine years. She greatly enjoys her job in the cafeteria.
As part of the kitchen staff, Mahpour is in charge of making some of the main entrees. “Everyday is a challenge,” Mahpour said. “There is always...
Compiled by Maya Rapoport
The Oracle: What was it like training for the Olympics?
PattiSue Plumer: It’s hard work, but it’s easy when you have an important goal that you care a lot about. For me, training has always been easier when I’ve had a reason to train as opposed to training...
